MSC SILVER II collided with fishing vessel in India.

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On 1st October, a collision occurred between the cargo vessel MSC Silver II and the fishing vessel Prathyasha in the Arabian Sea off Fort Kochi, India. No injuries were reported in the incident.

The nearby fishing boats alerted the cargo ship to the presence of another fishing boat in its path. Although the MSC Silver II reduced speed, it brushed against the Prathyasha, causing several crew members from the fishing boat to jump overboard. All were later confirmed safe.

In the incident, the fishing vessel sustained structural damage, and a large number of fishing nets were destroyed. No injuries or damage were reported on the MSC Silver II.

Authorities have opened an investigation into the incident. Latest reports indicate that the main shipping channel is located approximately 20 kilometres from the site of the collision. The reason for the cargo vessel navigating in that area has not been disclosed.

MSC Silver II, 2002-built, is a vessel sailing under the flag of Liberia. The vessel measures 185.5 meters in length, 29 meters in width and has 27828 gross tonnage.

Source: SNP Ship Management